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What is kratom, herb drawing scrutiny from lawmakers?

Kratom, a plant with opioid-like properties sold over the counter, has drawn growing scrutiny from lawmakers on Capitol Hill as some states seek to ban the product or its synthetic derivatives. Calls for a federal response, including Sen. Chuck Grassley's (R-Iowa) request that the Trump administration act, come after compounds of kratom were found in...

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